Niemiera, Alexander X.2014-08-132014-08-132009-05-01http://hdl.handle.net/10919/50137This publication describes how well-placed plantings alter the microclimate around a home, resulting in a more comfortable environment and significant savings in heating and cooling costs over time.3 pagesapplication/pdfenVirginia Cooperative Extension materials are available for public use, re-print, or citation without further permission, provided the use includes credit to the author and to Virginia Cooperative Extension, Virginia Tech, and Virginia State University.Gardening & the EnvironmentGarden & Landscape DesignEnergyLandscape gardening -- Environmental aspects -- VirginiaWindbreaks, shelterbelts, etc. -- VirginiaTree planting -- VirginiaExtension publicationhttp://pubs.ext.vt.edu/426/426-712/426-712_pdf.pdfLandscapingEnergy conservation